Resetting Skullcandy Wireless Earbuds: Instructions by Model

All Skullcandy wireless earbuds include a reset function that can address performance and connection problems, but none has a dedicated reset button. The correct sequence depends on your model.

Unpair your earbuds first

Remove the existing pairing before resetting so the earbuds do not try to reconnect during the process.

1. Open your device’s Bluetooth Settings.
2. Find your Skullcandy earbuds in the paired-device list.
3. Tap the Settings icon on Android or the ‘i’ icon on iOS beside their name, then select Forget This Device.

For an additional precaution, switch off your device’s Bluetooth after unpairing.

Indy earbuds

The Indy earbuds use the touch panel marked with the Skullcandy logo at the center of each earbud. Reset sequences differ between variants.

Indy Wireless

1. Put both earbuds in the charging case.
2. Remove the right earbud.
3. Tap its control touch panel 4 times to switch it off and reset it. Its LED must turn red; repeat this step until it does.
4. Return the right earbud to the case.
5. Remove the left earbud and repeat the removal and four-tap reset sequence.

Other Indy reset sequences

The source provides two additional variant procedures:

1. Remove both earbuds from the case.
2. Hold both control touch panels for 6 seconds to turn the earbuds off.
3. Hold the same controls for 10 seconds to complete the reset.

The other sequence is:

1. Remove the earbuds from the case.
2. Hold each control touch panel for 6 seconds.
3. Hold each panel again for 15 seconds, or until the LEDs turn blue.
4. While the LEDs are blue, double-tap each panel. Purple LEDs confirm the reset.

Sesh earbuds

On Sesh earbuds, the control button covers the earpiece surface and bears the Skullcandy logo. Use the sequence for your variant.

Sesh Wireless

1. Remove only the left earbud from the charging case.
2. Press its control button 6 times to turn it off automatically. A flashing red LED confirms shutdown.
3. Return it to the case.
4. Remove the right earbud and repeat the button presses and return-to-case step.

Sesh Evo

1. Remove both earbuds from the case.
2. Hold both control buttons for 4 seconds to power them off manually.
3. Hold both buttons for 10 seconds to reset them fully.

Sesh ANC

1. Remove the earbuds from the charging case. A tone indicates that they are on.
2. Hold both control buttons for 3 seconds.
3. Look for two red flashes followed by two blue flashes. A subsequent tone confirms the reset.

Grind earbuds

Like the Sesh models, Skullcandy Grind earbuds have a logo-marked control button on the earpiece.

1. Remove both earbuds and wait for the voice prompt confirming that they are on.
2. Hold the right earbud’s control button for 3 seconds to reset both earbuds.

Push earbuds

The control location on Skullcandy Push earbuds varies: Push Wireless places it beside the logo, Push Ultra has the logo printed on it, and Push Active places it on the inner side of each earpiece.

Push Wireless

1. Remove both earbuds from the charging case.
2. Hold the left control button for 5 seconds to switch them off.
3. Hold both control buttons for 12 seconds.
4. Release them when the LEDs flash blue and red.

Push Ultra

1. Take out both earbuds.
2. Hold each control button for 6 seconds to turn them off manually.
3. Hold both buttons for 10 seconds to complete the reset. The LEDs should flash blue, then red.

Push Active

1. Remove both earbuds from the charging case and wait for the power-on voice prompt.
2. Hold the right earbud’s control button for 3 seconds. A tone confirms the reset, followed by three purple flashes on the right earbud.

Jib Wireless, Jib+ Wireless and Jib+ Active Wireless

The Jib Wireless, Jib+ Wireless and Jib+ Active Wireless share a similar design, with an in-line remote containing the microphone and track control. Jib+ and Jib+ Active also include volume buttons.

Jib Wireless

1. With the earbuds on, hold the control button for 3 seconds to switch them off.
2. Hold it for 10 seconds to reset and power them on again.

Jib+ Wireless and Jib+ Active Wireless

1. With the earbuds on, hold the + and – buttons together until the LED changes color.
2. Hold the track control button for 3 seconds to switch them off and finish resetting.

If that fails, use the Jib Wireless sequence: switch the earbuds off, then hold the control button to reset them.

Jib True Wireless earbuds

The raised control buttons on Jib True Wireless earbuds carry an embossed Skullcandy logo. The source gives two procedures for different variants.

1. Remove both earbuds from the case.
2. Hold both control buttons simultaneously for 4 seconds.
3. Hold both buttons for 10 seconds to finish the reset, then return the earbuds to the charging case.

The alternative variant sequence is:

1. Remove both earbuds and wait for the power-on voice prompt.
2. Press each control button twice.
3. Hold the same buttons for 2 seconds. Use the pattern press-release-press-release-long press.
4. Wait for two red flashes followed by two blue flashes, then a voice prompt confirming the reset.

Mod earbuds

The Mod earbuds have a control button built into each earpiece.

1. Remove both earbuds from the charging case and wait for the power-on voice prompt.
2. Hold both control buttons for 3 seconds, or until the LEDs flash red twice and then blue twice.
3. Wait for the voice prompt confirming a successful reset.

Dime, Dime 2 and Dime XT

Use the stem-mounted control button to reset your Dime earbuds.

1. Remove the earbuds from their case to turn them on automatically.
2. On either earbud, press the control button twice, then hold it for 2 seconds. The sequence is press-release-press-release-press and hold.

Vinyl earbuds

The control button on Vinyl earbuds extends across the earpiece surface.

1. Remove both earbuds from the charging case.
2. Hold both control buttons for 4 seconds to switch them off manually.
3. Hold both buttons for 10 seconds to reset them. The LEDs should flash blue, then red.

Spoke earbuds

Spoke earbuds resemble Vinyl earbuds in appearance and operation, including their earpiece-mounted controls.

1. Remove both earbuds from the case.
2. Hold both control buttons for 4 seconds to turn them off.
3. Hold each button for 10 seconds. Blue flashes followed by red indicate that the reset is complete.

Method Active, Method Wireless and Method ANC

These models use an in-line remote with Volume and track control buttons. To reset Method Active, Method Wireless or Method ANC:

1. With the earbuds on, hold Volume + and – together until you hear two beeps and the LEDs flash blue and red.
2. Hold the track control button for 4 seconds to switch off the earbuds and finish resetting.

Vert Wireless

Vert Wireless uses a large control dial. Resetting requires turning its outer ring while pressing its center button and watching the outer-ring LED.

1. Turn on the earbuds.
2. Rotate the dial’s outer ring clockwise while holding the center button for 3 seconds.
3. Watch for the LED to change from red to blue and finally green. This confirms the reset and indicates that the earbuds are ready to pair.

Resetting and troubleshooting questions

What does a reset do?

A reset returns the earbuds to their factory or default state and addresses sound or connection problems that may have arisen during configuration.

• Audio problems: Firmware issues can cause lag or static. Restoring the factory firmware can remove these glitches.
• Pairing problems: Software errors can interrupt audio or prevent playback entirely. Resetting clears these errors.

If a reset does not help, particularly with fairly new earbuds, a defect may be responsible. All Skullcandy earbuds carry a one-year warranty; consider submitting a warranty claim if other measures fail.

How do I reconnect after resetting?

Most models can reconnect immediately. The Dime 2 and Method Active, for example, enter pairing mode automatically after a reset. If reconnection does not happen automatically:

1. Open Bluetooth Settings on your device and enable Bluetooth.
2. Find and select your Skullcandy earbuds among the available devices.
3. Choose Pair or Connect when prompted.

What if the earbuds will not charge?

Dirt inside the case can prevent full contact with the charging plate. Thoroughly wipe the earbuds and case using a lint-free cloth or cotton buds dampened with alcohol.

What if connection problems persist?

Outdated firmware can prevent pairing. Updates improve operation by providing bug fixes and additional features. Download the Skullcandy app to receive firmware updates and install them when available.